Apples to apples the 357 SIG will out perform the 9mm. Plus you can go hotter in the 357 then 9mm. I would go 357. Plus depending on who you talk to the 357 is not bad to shoot, easier then the 40 apples to apples ammo to ammo.

My first Glock was a 32c, I love the .357sig rd. I have never been abig fan of the 9mm even though I have several. I guess that the 9mm is a little more controllable for a beginner, but if you have enough range and practice time this is no longer an issue. Both have very potent ammunition, they are the same size the fully loaded weight is within an ounce or two. One extra round isn't going to matter if your shot placement is on point. Shoot both not just a few times but a considerable amount and see what your more comfortable with. My vote is the G33. don't for get with a 33 their is the opportunity to use conversion barrels.

my follow up shots are by far faster with a glock 26, when I still had both a g33 and a 26, the 33 went on vacation just for sheer power for on the road needs (god forbid).
So I like both weapons, but only carry a 26 now (don't own the 33 anymore) shoot it often and carry everywhere. A joy to shoot and can keep the whole mag of ammo in the 10 ring.

My vote is for the .357 sig, that will be my next purchase. The reason is that you can get .40 and 9mm conversion barrels for it. The .40 cal barrel is a direct replacement and I've heard the .40/9mm conversion barrel usually works pretty well. Good enough for practicing. Practice with 9mm or .40 (cheap to reload) and carry .357sig. The Pro Arms podcast folks with Massad Ayoob did a real good show on the .357sig that has me convinced.

9mm 124 gr. Gold Dot +P at 1230 fps. .357 SIG Gold Dot 125 gr. at 1350 fps. Same diameter bullet, same weight, with the .357 SIG going a little faster. Big deal, the end result will be very similar with a hit in a self defense situation. Of course you will have less muzzle blast, flash, and quicker shot to shot recovery time with the 9mm and 9mm ammo is cheaper to buy. It's a no-brainer to me.

Go shoot both if you can. Pick the one you shoot best. It's really all about shot placement. I'm sure I'll get flamed for that but... it's true. There is nothing wrong with 357 Sig or 10 mm or 45 ACP etc...., they all have their place and do the job well. If I can't shoot the 10 mm as well as a 9 mm, the 10 mm will be useless to me. Buy the one you shoot best, buy lots of ammo, and practice, practice, practice. The T zone in the CPU is your friend. If you want happy ammo, send those shots there. Shot placement stops the threat not the size or power of the ammo. This is only my humble opinion so take it with a grain of salt.

I much prefer .357. Ballistically, with the hottest rounds in 125 gr it is better than anything else available in a concealable package that holds as many rounds. it is also controllable and fun to shoot, and you can get the .40 barrel to save money at the range. I much prefer it to 9mm for me....

I actually have both of the guns and for the past year I have been carrying the G33. I recently bought a G26 with factory night sights and I LOVE the way it shoots. I just feel that a the 9mm round is a bit underpowered and I was wondering what you guys thought about it.

Both achieve the necessary penetration and expansion so either is "good enough". .357 Sig is better at barriers but is that really a factor for you? Personally I can do without the blast and recoil of the .357 in a baby CCW piece.

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